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Jelly Babies Pre-School & Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(May 2022)
·Longbridge Methodist Church, 1648-1654 Bristol Road South, Rednal, Birmingham, B45 9TY · Birmingham
Number of places
32 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2022
Local authority
Birmingham

About this day nursery

Children happily settle into the routine at this family-run pre-school, quickly forming good relationships with staff and peers. The curriculum is effective, designed around children's interests, and builds on their existing knowledge.

This approach ensures children are motivated to learn and make good progress from their starting points. The nursery places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, where children are encouraged to lead their own play and make decisions, with access to a variety of resources.

Jelly Babies Pre-School & Nursery is committed to supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Managers work in close collaboration with other professionals to tailor provision to individual interests and needs, ensuring every child receives the necessary support to thrive.

The nursery also promotes healthy lifestyles through healthy snacks and daily yoga sessions, helping children develop physical skills and mental well-being. Parents consistently speak highly of the nursery, appreciating the strong partnership and valuable information provided regarding their child's progress and home learning.

What it's like

Children arrive happily and settle quickly into the routine. They have good relationships with staff and peers, feeling safe and confidently expressing themselves. Children behave well, show kindness, and follow instructions, gaining skills in preparation for their next stage in learning.

Effective curriculumOutdoor learning focusStrong parent partnershipSupport for SENDHealthy lifestylesGood behaviour

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Thursday from 9.15am to 2.45pm, and on Friday from 9.15am to 1pm

Established

1993

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Jelly Babies Pre-School & Nursery

Last inspected 4 May 2022 · Naziha Amin

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Children arrive happily and settle quickly into the routine. They have good relationships with staff and peers, feeling safe and confidently expressing themselves. Children behave well, show kindness, and follow instructions, gaining skills in preparation for their next stage in learning.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders and managers provide an effective curriculum across all areas of learning, based on children's interests and building on their existing knowledge.
  • Children develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles through healthy snacks and daily yoga sessions.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported, with managers working closely with other professionals to ensure they receive the help they need.
  • Staff know the learning and developmental needs of the children and plan group activities accordingly, leading to good progress from their starting points.
  • Partnership with parents is strong, with parents speaking highly of the nursery and receiving valuable information and advice on their child's progress and home learning support.

Areas to develop

  • 1increase opportunities for children to build on new vocabulary and further develop confidence in their language skills
  • 2ensure children's learning is sequenced appropriately to help them remember and use their new knowledge and skills.
Inspection #10116376 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Managers ensure that the interests of the children are catered for and they work closely with other professionals. This means that all children receive the help they need to enable them to make good progress.

Outdoor space

Outdoors, children lead their learning and make decisions about their play. They have access to a range of resources that reflect their interests.

Inspection history

Date: June 2009

  • May 2022Good
  • September 2014Outstanding
  • June 2009Good

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